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University of Cumbria First in UK to Accept Bitcoin

The university will accept bitcoin payments for two new programmes linked to the study of cryptocurrencies and complementary currencies.

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Bitcoin ATM Installations Surge in Canada

Three Canadian cities are set to have bitcoin ATMs installed, making the country the world's top bitcoin ATM location.

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London is Hosting its First 'Satoshi Square' Bitcoin Marketplace Tomorrow

More than 200 people are set to attend a Satoshi Square bitcoin event in London.

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Picturesque English Farm Takes Bitcoin for Wedding Parties

The farm's owner, John Michell, runs seminars at the venue which introduce the digital currency to would-be bitcoin investors.

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Indonesia Central Bank Warns Against Bitcoin Use

Indonesia's central bank is the latest to warn against using bitcoin, saying it could even break national currency laws.

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Will UK Tax Authority HMRC Reclassify Bitcoin as 'Private Currency'?

The UK authority is likely to reclassify bitcoin as a 'private currency' and thus significantly reduce its tax liability.

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New York's Bitcoin ATM Could Hit BitLicence Snag

The first bitcoin ATM in New York City could hit a regulatory snag with the state's planned BitLicences.

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5 Ways to Play Bitcoin on the Public Markets

As the bitcoin economy expands, so do the number of ways to gain exposure to the all-conquering cryptocurrency.

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eToro Launches Bitcoin Trading For 3 Million Users

Asset-trading platform eToro has officially launched bitcoin trading, hoping to target investors new to the cryptocurrency.

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Sean's Outpost Founder Plans Ultra-Marathon to Raise 1,000 BTC

The founder of homeless charity Sean's Outpost plans to raise 1,000 BTC in an epic four-month run.

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